Hemant Watve - Region CTO AMEA & Chairman & Managing Director, Wilo India
Mr. Hemant Watve has been associated with WILO Mather and Platt Pumps Pvt. Ltd., India, since June 2011 as the Chairman & Managing Director. His strategic vision and strong leadership have positioned Wilo India as a key player in the pump and pumping systems manufacturing sector, earning multiple accolades both internally within Wilo and externally.
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These include the "Wilo Award of Excellence," "Professional Service Award," and multiple "Wilo Innovation Awards". He also spearheaded the establishment of a world-class manufacturing facility at Kesurdi, completing it in record time, further strengthening Wilo India's manufacturing capabilities.
Before joining Wilo, he built a distinguished career spanning over 23 years in leading multinational organizations With a strong background in mechanical engineering, he has successfully developed strategies and delivered results across various industries and functions.
Academically, he holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from BITS Pilani and a Master’s in Business Management from Pune University. He has also served on the Governing Council of the Central Water and Power Research Station and is a member of the Academic Council at Vishwakarma University, Pune.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, he is deeply committed to social causes, supporting initiatives for tribal upliftment, environmental sustainability, and education. His interests include classical music, hiking, and trekking.
Mr. Nitin Asalkar - Head Human Resources
Mr. Nitin Asalkar leads Human Resources at Wilo India, bringing over three decades of experience in human resources leadership across manufacturing and industrial environments. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering (B.Tech.) and a Master’s degree in Human Resources Development & Management from IIT Kharagpur. He is also a Certified HR Coaching Professional.
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Mr. Asalkar is responsible for shaping and driving people strategies that enable business performance and long-term sustainability. His expertise spans strategic human resources, industrial relations, leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and change management across multi-site operations.
He has led complex industrial relations landscapes, including union negotiations, and has driven large-scale HR transformation and organizational change initiatives. His work focuses on strengthening workforce capability, building leadership pipelines, and fostering a high-performance, values-driven culture.
He is recognized for a pragmatic and balanced leadership approach, combining strong business acumen with a deep commitment to people development. He promotes a culture of inclusion, continuous learning, and accountability, with a clear focus on enabling long-term organizational success through empowered people.
Dr. Ravindra Utgikar - Chief Sales Officer
Dr. Ravindra Utgikar is a seasoned industry leader with over three decades of experience across strategy, sales, marketing, business development, and organizational leadership.
An Electronics & Telecommunication Engineer and a Ph.D. in International Marketing Strategies from Savitribai Phule Pune University, he brings a rare blend of technical depth and strategic foresight to Wilo India.
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Over the course of his distinguished career, Dr. Utgikar has held senior leadership roles at eminent organizations such as Praj Industries, Sterlite Technologies, and Suzlon Energy, leading corporate marketing, strategy, global business development, and partnership initiatives. His strategic approach continues to strengthen Wilo Group’s growth agenda, customer‑centric transformation, and long‑term sustainability vision in the water‑technology sector.
Beyond his corporate responsibilities, Dr. Utgikar is deeply engaged in academia, innovation, and industry governance. He serves as Director at COEP’s Bhau Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Leadership and contributes to several academic and professional bodies, reflecting his commitment to nurturing future leaders and promoting sustainable industrial practices.
His leadership excellence has been widely recognized through prestigious honours including the Savvy Business Leader cover story, NuMaVi‑Bhushan 2024, and the ‘Jewel of MIT’ Distinguished Alumni Award. Most recently, he was conferred the Chief Sales Officer of the Year award at the 5th edition of Manufacturing 5.0: Metamorphosis of Business, acknowledging his visionary sales leadership and strategic impact on the manufacturing ecosystem.
As Chief Sales Officer, Dr. Utgikar continues to drive innovation, sustainability, and value‑based growth at Wilo India.
Driving Sustainable Growth and Innovation at Wilo India
Under the visionary leadership of Hemant Watve, Devesh Singhania, Nitin Asalkar and Dr. Ravindra Utgikar, Wilo India continues to set new benchmarks in the pump manufacturing industry. Their collective expertise in technology, finance, sales, and sustainability has played a vital role in driving the company’s success across the AMEA region.
Their combined efforts in innovation, strategic partnerships, and sustainability position Wilo India as a leader in water transportation solutions. With a commitment to environmental conservation, technological advancements, and world-class manufacturing practices, Wilo India’s leadership is shaping the future of the pump industry in India and beyond.